Patrick Dangerfield was the headline act. However, even he was battling early on in the match. But the skipper and several out-of-form Cats stood up when it mattered most in Geelong’s comeback.
Geelong knocked off Collingwood in their last encounter, but concerning lapses and a big drop-off work right into the Magpies’ hands. And the Cats must address these issues fast.
Geelong’s reporting of injuries has come under question, and coach Chris Scott has made a surprise response. Plus, he explained why Tom Stewart and Gryan Miers were left out.
Tom Stewart wasn’t on Geelong’s injury list, but the vice-captain will be sideliend after missing the Cats’ main training.
There is no clear frontrunner in a tight Rising Star race, but Connor O’Sullivan is putting forward as strong a case as any. And he has a point of difference. See the contenders and have your say.
Sam Darcy had taken the AFL world by storm this season before injury, but the Dogs could have another on the way. Plus, two private schools are clashing with a well-known content creator.
A host of Geelong Falcons prospects have made strong starts to the season — headlined by a potential top-10 pick. See the local talents pressing their draft claims.
Tom Stewart played out the game on Sunday, but will he be right to face Collingwood? Plus, the latest on Jack Henry, Gryan Miers and young midfielder Mitch Knevitt.
A wave of Geelong West young guns and recruits are helping cover the loss of several departed stars. And one of those youngsters is putting his hand up for a Geelong Falcons recall.
Since the Blues shocked the Cats last season, Geelong has won 12 of their last 17 and the Blues just five of 16. But Carlton were able to expose flaws Geelong simply need to cover.
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